Arequipa: 2-Day Climb to Chachani Volcano with a tour guide along the Inca Route

Highlights

• Reach the summit of Chachani Volcano at 6,090 m above sea level.
• Journey along the historic Inca Route in a spectacular high-mountain setting.
• Spend the night in Campo Inca, at 5,250 m, surrounded by Andean landscapes.
• Climb accompanied by an official, experienced high-mountain guide
• Enjoy unique views of the Misti and Pichu Pichu volcanoes from above

Description

Day 1: Arequipa – Campo Inca (5,250 m above sea level) 08:00 – 10:30 | Transfer by 4x4 vehicle Leave Arequipa for the high Andean areas of Chachani. During the journey, you'll enjoy volcanic landscapes, mountains, and natural scenery that progressively change with altitude. 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Arrival, lunch and preparation Arrival at the starting point, located at approximately 5,100 m. Enjoy a packed lunch, hydrate, and prepare your gear before starting the hike. 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Hike along the Inca Route Hike the old Inca Trail for approximately 2 hours to Campo Inca. Enjoy panoramic views of the surroundings of the Chachani Volcano as you move forward at a leisurely pace. 13:30 – 16:30 | Arrival and acclimatization Reach Campo Inca, at 5,250 m, set up your tent, and enjoy some time to rest and acclimatize. The guide will give you recommendations for the next day's ascent. 18:30 – 19:30 | Dinner and rest Enjoy a warm dinner at the campsite and take in the high mountain landscape before getting ready for the summit day. 7:30 PM – 1:00 AM | Overnight stay at Campo Inca Rest in your tent and recharge your batteries for the early ascent. Day 2: Campo Inca – Chachani Summit – Arequipa 1:00 AM – 1:30 AM | Breakfast and preparation Enjoy a warm breakfast, prepare your gear, and follow the tour guide's instructions before starting the ascent. 01:30 AM – 06:30 AM | Ascent to the peak Begin your trek along the North Face of Chachani. Progressively make your way through the high mountain terrain, taking breaks to rest and hydrate. 06:30 AM – 09:30 AM | Antecima and final stretch Continue towards the antecima, located at around 6,000 m, while enjoying stunning views of the Andes and the volcanic landscape. 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Chachani Summit – 6,090 m Reach the summit and enjoy panoramic views of the high plateau and the Misti and Pichu Pichu volcanoes. Take a moment to rest and take photos. 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Descent Begin the descent accompanied by your tour guide to the starting point of the hike. 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Rest and preparation Recharge your batteries, hydrate, and organize your gear before boarding the vehicle. 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Drop-off in Arequipa Start the return journey by 4x4 vehicle, enjoying the last high Andean landscapes. 3:30 PM | Approximate arrival in Arequipa End this exciting expedition after reaching one of the most impressive peaks in the Andes.

Includes

Official UIAGM mountain guide with international accreditation. Porters, depending on the number of participants and the organization of the expedition. Transportation by 4x4 vehicles, adapted to group size. Full meals during the expedition, as per the program. Two-person tents for the high-altitude camp. Crampons and ice axes for the ascent to the summit. Hot water flask. Cooking utensils for the camp. Complete first aid kit. Communication radios to maintain contact during the expedition. Satellite phone for emergencies.

Excludes

Lunch on day 1. Travel food Water % liters Sleeping bag. Warm clothes: jacket, thermal pants, fleece and gloves. Boot covers. Sunglasses. Trekking poles. Headlamp and extra batteries. Trekking or mountain boots. Large rucksack. Small daypack.

Important Information

• The 6,090-meter Chachani Volcano requires good physical condition and acclimatization Arrive in Arequipa early to adapt to the altitude Timings may vary depending on the weather, terrain and pace of the group Reaching the summit depends on weather and safety conditions The tour guide may modify or suspend the tour if there is any risk Please provide your accommodation details in Arequipa to coordinate the pick-up Provide advance notice of any allergies or dietary restrictions Get plenty of rest, stay hydrated, and follow the tour guide's instructions. Cancellation Policy Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Cancellations due to force majeure are also fully refunded. If there are changes to the itinerary, you can accept them, change the date, or request a refund. If the supplier cancels or you do not accept the changes, you will receive a full refund. In the event of bad weather, you can change the date or request a full refund.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund